Easy Way to Learn Bhagvad Gita

For a common man; it can be explained that Vedas can be split into 3 phases of teachings. Phase 1 – Yagna or Rituals; Phase 2 - Upasana or Meditation; Phase 3 - Gyana or Knowledge.

The third phase is Veda is the last portion called as “Veda Anta”. It is this knowledge that when gets or gains attains liberation or moksha. This portion is addressed elaborately in all of the Upanishads.

Bhagvad Gita is the essence of Upanishads, and you can find lots of Cut & Paste from various Upanishads into Bhagvad Gita. Hence if one has inclination to understand Vendanta, or Veda Anta [Final phase of Veda teachings] instead of getting to read various Upanishads, one book that can substitute all these is Bhagvad Gita.

Now to the easy way of learning this most revered book….

Step 1: Take only Chapters – 2,3,4. Begin study with immense faith; that means what is written in these chapters are completely true. Do not question at this point in time. Study – means Listening to audio, Attending classes, discourses for elaborate understanding of the concepts. Just make notes of all your queries.

Step 2: Make sure you have understood the “Principles” enumerated in the Chapter2,2,&4.

Please do not move ahead if you have not understood; get back and study. Reminder!! Do not question the Principle; but question your understanding.

Step 3: Once you have crossed Step2; go back to all your questions noted. Probably many will have the answer by yourself, but some will still remain. Now you will need a Guru / Guide to make you understand the reason or explanation for your clarity.

Step 4: Now with clarity on the above move ahead with other chapters; you will start to enjoy every chapter further on. No one can stop you from going ahead.

If some-how for want of time pass through step 2 & 3 half heartedly; then the entire exercise will be a futile one.